Welcome to Bangor Maine and our Paul Bunyan Statue!
Please note: There is no parking on Main Street. A short walk is required to view the statue. Parking is available nearby on side streets at Bass Park, and the Cross Center.
"TOWERING OVER MAIN STREET SINCE 1959, a 31-foot-high Paul Bunyan stands in front of the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, Maine, claiming the city as his birthplace, while establishing a bit of celebrity all its own.
This uniquely handsome Paul Bunyan statue was given to the city of Bangor by a New York group of builders in 1959 on their 125th anniversary. The giant statue is built from a metal frame covered in colorful fiberglass and is built to withstand hurricane-force winds. The statue claims to be the largest Paul Bunyan statue in the world. As in many cases of “world’s largest” things, it may be true, but verifying such a fact is a bit tough.
Regardless, it may also be the most handsome Bunyan in existence. In America, giant Paul Bunyan statues can be found all across the roadways, but many are fairly crudely sculpted roadside muffler men. However, the Bangor Bunyan is a notably detailed and jolly sculpt.
Paul Bunyan’s legend is a staple of American culture as a whole, but the Bangor Bunyan joined the larger cultural landscape when it came to life in Stephen King’s novel It. The beloved statue has also taken part in a number of local promotional events that see the figure don other clothes, such as a Shiner’s fez. In 2015 the original designer of the statue suggested that they add a giant ox to the site. "(quote from Atlas Obsura)
To claim this cache please answers the following questions.
1. From the front of the statue, look to your left. There is a large sign near the road. What is the three digit number on the sign? This is a BIG sign for the convention center. There is one three digit number on the sign. Beware of leafy coverings.
2. When Paul attends The Loggers Expo held at the Cross Center. He enters by using this entrance. Three word answer, this entrance is visible from the statue.
3. Have fun and post a picture of your group and Paul. 3Woofs particularly enjoy pictures showing any pets you may be traveling with.
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